Posted by Joan on March 05, 2001 at 17:04:15:
Everett is 4 and has always been the worst sleeper of any kid I have known! Even as an infant he slept lightly and woke often. He was nearly 2 before he slept through the night. Now that hes older every night has been a constant battle to get him to stay in bed and go to sleep. He would get up over and over, wanting a drink or a book or to watch tv. Often he would still be awake at 2am.
Finally, a friend of mine told me her son was the same way and that his dr put him on melatonin. I started giving Everett 1mg of melatonin before bed and for the first time in his life, HE SLEEPS! Its been about a month now and I cannot believe it! He goes to bed, doesnt fuss or fight, snuggles under the covers and goes to sleep! And, better yet, he sleeps all night long!
All of you that know me, know that Everetts sleep habits have had me on the verge of nervous breakdown for ages! It's been hard for me to get a full nights sleep when hes waking up constantly. Now my only disturbances are the baby waking now and again and dh looking for attention :)
Oooh I am so happy I had to share!
Joan